Health, Exercise and Sports Science
The programs of the Department of Heath, Exercise and Sports Science foster the broad vision and goals of Meredith College by contributing to the lifelong development of women so they may live energetic and full lives. Our summer offerings include a variety of activity courses that promote the integration of physical and intellectual skills and abilities.
ESS 742 Methods of Healthful Living Ed. (3 credits)
Study of the role health and physical education plays in child development, school curriculum, and society. Prospective teachers will learn basic knowledge, skills, and dispositions in the fields of health and physical education to allow them to prepare developmentally appropriate lessons using the Healthful Living Curriculum. Course includes observations and teaching experiences in a school setting during school hours.
HED 200 Responding to Emergencies (2 credits)
A course designed to prepare students with knowledge and skills to
administer immediate care to victims of injuries and sudden illness.
Students who successfully complete the course will receive American Red Cross Certification. Course fee assessed.
PED 124 Strength Training (1 credit)
An introduction to strength training with emphasis on the basic principles
of exercise, and safe and effective training techniques.
PED 126 Muscle Strength and Stretch (1 credit)
An introduction to a variety of exercises to increase muscular strength,
muscular endurance and flexibility using resistance bands and tubes, fit
balls, free weights and medicine balls.
PED 127 Conditioning (1 credit)
A course designed to provide students with opportunities to gain
knowledge and skills necessary for safe and effective strength training
and cardiovascular conditioning. Students will have access to strength
machines and free weights, as well as cardiovascular equipment such
as stationary bikes, climbers, treadmills and elliptical trainers.
PED 128 Walk, Jog, Run for Health & Fitness (1 credit)
A course designed to provide students with a functional understanding
of the health-related fitness components and their effect on daily living
Course Descriptions—Philosophy; Physical Education / 167
and long-term health. Discussion of health risks, nutritional factors and
principles of exercise are included. Emphasis is on walking, jogging and
running activities as a means of improving health-related fitness, also
stresses setting long-term goals to change or maintain wellness.
PED 129 Pilates (1 credit)
A course designed to strengthen core musculature and increase flexibility.
Specific attention is given to safe and effective balance, breathing,
and posture.
PED 140 Archery (1 credit)
Instruction in target shooting with bow and arrows, safety precautions,
equipment use, scoring, and terminology. Recommended for all skill levels.
PED 143 Beginning Golf (1 credit)
A course designed for beginners which includes instruction in basic golf
skills [grip, stance, full-swing with irons, chipping, approach shots, and
putting], etiquette, safety precautions, rules, scoring, and terminology.
Activity fee assessed.
PED 146 Beginning Tennis (1 credit)
A beginning course which includes instruction in basic tennis skills
[grip, groundstrokes, serve, and volley], rules and strategies for singles
and doubles play, and in-class competition. Must supply own racket.
Schedule: download the schedule
| Term | Section Name | Title | Cred. |
Bldg. |
Rm. |
Days |
Start Time |
End Time |
| First Three Week | PED-126-A | Muscle Strength and Stretch | 1
|
WSP
|
1
|
MTWHF
|
11:30 AM
|
12:50 PM
|
| First Three Week | PED-129-A | Pilates | 1
|
WSP
|
1
|
MTWHF
|
1:00 PM
|
2:20 PM
|
| First Three Week | PED-140-A | Archery | 1 |
WSPA |
114 |
MTWHF |
11:30 AM
|
12:50 PM |
| First Three Week | PED-146-A | Beginning Tennis | 1
|
WSP
|
COURTS
|
MTWHF
|
1:00 PM
|
2:20 PM
|
| First Three Week | HED-200-A | Responding to Emergencies | 2
|
WSP
|
13
|
MTWHF
|
1:00 PM
|
2:50 PM
|
| Second Three Week | PED-124-B | Strength Training | 1
|
WSP
|
30
|
MTWHF
|
1:00 PM
|
2:20 PM
|
| Second Three Week | PED-128-A | Walk, Jog, Run for Health/Fit | 1
|
WSPA
|
114
|
MTWHF
|
11:30 AM
|
12:50 PM
|
| Second Three Week | PED-143-A | Beginning Golf | 1
|
WSP
|
1
|
MTWHF
|
11:30 AM
|
12:50 PM
|
| Second Three Week | ESS-742-A | Methods of Healthful Living | 3
|
WSPA
|
114
|
MTWHF
|
8:30 AM
|
11:20 AM
|
| Third Three Week | PED-127-A | Conditioning | 1
|
WSP
|
30
|
MTWHF
|
1:00 PM
|
2:20 PM
|
| Third Three Week | PED-143-A | Beginning Golf | 1
|
WSP
|
1
|
MTWHF
|
11:30 AM
|
12:50 PM
|
Visit the Health, Exercise and Sports Science website at: http//:www.meredith.edu/hess
